Kanakpur
Kanakpur is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kanakpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakpur unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kanakpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakpur is 432541. The village spans a total geographical area of 355 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Kanakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kanakpur
Population of Kanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakpur has a total population of about 1,154, with approximately 586 males and 568 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 556. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.43%, with male literacy at about 74.23% and female literacy near 52.29%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,154 | 586 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 99 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 274 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 435 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 151 | 271 |
Connectivity of Kanakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakpur
- Where is Kanakpur located?
- Kanakpur village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakpur?
- Kanakpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanakpur?
- The pincode of Kanakpur is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakpur is 1,154, with 586 males and 568 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakpur village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakpur is 63.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.23%, while the female literacy rate is 52.29%.